Word: Outwards

Pronunciation

/ˌaʊtˈwərdz/

Definitions

• Adverb: In a direction away from the center or inside; towards the outside. It can also indicate movement or extension to the exterior of something. For example: “The petals of the flower opened outwards.”
• Adjective: Directed or facing towards the outside. For example: “The windows on the house open outwards.”

Adverbial Usage Examples

• The explosion propelled debris outwards.
• She turned her gaze outwards, looking towards the horizon.
• The force of the wind pushed the door outwards.

Adjectival Usage Examples

• The balcony had a railing that extended outwards.
• Make sure the arrow points outwards when you place the sign.

Phrases

• “Move outwards” - To go or extend further away from the center.
• “Radiate outwards” - To spread or extend in all directions from a central point.
• “Expand outwards” - To grow or increase in size by moving beyond current boundaries.

Example Sentences

• Adverb: “As the balloon filled with air, it expanded outwards.”
• Adjective: “The branches of the tree grew outwards, providing shade for the garden.”

Synonyms

• Outwardly (adv.)
• Away from the center
• Exteriorly
• Externally
• Towards the outside